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November 2014
Inside this month - Western Rural Police Team news ▪ Tattenhall Rainbows Free gift from Tropic Skin Care ▪ Win Jacksons Fencing Raised Bed kits The Night Sky and much more!
Welcome ....
. to the November issue, I hope you like the
poppies on the front cover as a tribute to Armistice Day on the 11th.
Congratulations to both Mrs Denise O’Dell, who is the winner of family tickets to the Chester Lions Firework Fun night. Talking of prizes, read pages 30/31 and you’ll see that you can win a pair of raised bed kits courtesy of Jacksons Fencing. Also see page 42 to claimyour free gift of Tropic Lip Balm Below is a photo sent in of the recent and by the looks of it extremely successful Waverton footpaths walk . . . organised by Andy Leaman. Until next month, Julie .
HELP wanted delivering A41s in Waverton/Rowton. Must be able to commit to delivering mags for approx 3/4 hours per month. Moor Lane and estates in Rowton and the majority of Waverton. Please email westviewpublications@gmail.com. The A41 is delivered free each month to homes and businesses in Littleton,Waverton, Rowton, Christleton, Aldford, Saighton along the A41 and distributed in Huxley and Tattenhall. Local voluntary groups and organisations may submit notices and articles, free of charge. The A41 Magazine Julie Coxall, West View, Whitchurch Road, Christleton, CH3 6AF Telephone 07709 697082 email westviewpublications@gmail.com Disclaimer. The opinions and views expressed in articles and advertisements published in this issue of The A41 are not necessarily the views of the Editor. All details are correct to the best of my knowledge. Every effort is taken to ensure accuracy in this magazine, however I cannot accept any liability for any error, inaccuracy or omission that may have occurred.
Western Rural Police Team Local Priorities for November 2014 BURGLARIES
Local weekly newsletters have identified to residents where there is an increased incidence of burglaries. Specialist and local officers are targeting these areas and appealing to residents to report any suspicious activity with as much detail as can be gathered to police as soon as possible. ANTISOCIAL BEHAVIOUR Local officers are already planning for the forthcoming Bonfire night. Officers are working with local shops and schools to prevent irresponsible sales to youngsters. ROAD SAFETY Motorists have become accustomed to dry roads and long hours of daylight. Local officers are taking the speed gun out with increased regularity to those areas where motorists are ignoring deteriorating driving conditions and speed limits. There has been a lot of ‘educational’ police activity over recent months in relation to excessive speed. A greater use will be made of enforcement, where appropriate, against those motorists who continue to put other road users at risk.
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Sadly, I have to start this section with the news of a fatal collision that occurred on the A534 near Broxton, where a motorcyclist was killed. The windy nature of rural roads can sometimes tempt motorists into exceeding the speed limits, which can prove disastrous particularly if the driver is unfamiliar with the roads. Please take care and pay attention to the road at all times. We have received calls of suspected stolen goods being sold over various Social Media pages. Whilst such websites can be handy for finding various bits and bobs sold by people in your area, please be wary about what you purchase. If the bargain sounds too good to be true, it probably is! Contact us if anything raises your concerns. September saw a large increase in burglaries and thefts from vehicles, notably in the Christleton area. Two gardens were entered on Haslin Crescent in the early hours of the 1st September and a bike was stolen. Various items were also stolen from 3 vehicles on Village Road and Church Walks early on in the month. A resident of Little Heath Road later reported witnessing a male climbing over fences. He is believed to have been disturbed before he committed any offences. Local officers have significantly increased their level of patrolling in the area in response to this, which appears to have halted such activity. Please continue to remain vigilant however and report any sightings of potential offenders immediately to 101, or 999 if it is an emergency. The progressively shorter daylight hours can make it easier for burglars to enter a property undetected. Consider the installation of security lighting to deter any potential offenders if you do not have it already. Several cannabis plants were found in a field on Whitchurch Road near Tattenhall early in the month. The plants were promptly collected by local officers for destruction. The local officers from Dragon Hall Police Station attended ‘Tattenhall Remembers’: an event aimed to remember those who fought in World War 1. It was a hugely successful day - the two officers thoroughly enjoyed it, especially dressing up in the costumes!
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steopathy is a primary care profession, focusing on the diagnosis, treatment, prevention and rehabilitation of musculoskeletal disorders, and the effects of these conditions on patients’ general health. Using many of the diagnostic procedures applied in conventional medical assessment, osteopaths seek to restore the optimal functioning of the body, where possible without the use of drugs or surgery. Osteopathy is based on the principle that the body has the ability to heal, and osteopathic care focuses on strengthening the musculoskeletal systems to treat existing conditions and to prevent illness. Osteopaths’ patient-centred approach to health and well-being means they consider symptoms in the context of the patient’s full medical history, as well as their lifestyle and personal circumstances. This holistic approach ensures that all treatment is tailored to the individual patient. What do Osteopaths treat? -Osteopathy focuses on the diagnosis, management, treatment and prevention of musculoskeletal and other related disorders. Osteopaths treat the person rather than specific conditions - for example, an injury to your knee might also affect the foot, hip and spine. Osteopathy can help relieve the symptoms of a range of conditions, including: back and neck pain, postural problems, sporting injuries, muscle and joint deterioration (arthritic pain), headaches (arising from the neck), shoulder and elbow pain, knee and hip pain, sciatica, muscle spasms and tensions, restricted mobility and occupational ill-health. What can I expect on my first visit to an osteopath? -At the first consultation, the osteopath will compile a full case history of your symptoms, as well as asking for information about your lifestyle and diet. The osteopath may also observe you making some simple movements and run some diagnostic tests to help them make a diagnosis. Osteopaths are trained to examine areas of the body using a highly-developed sense of touch, known as palpation, to determine conditions and identify the body’s points of weakness or excessive strain. Osteopathy is a ‘package’ of care that includes skilled mobilisation and manipulative techniques, reinforced by guidance on lifestyle and exercise.
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ctors from several local communities including Tattenhall, Waverton, Guilden Sutton, Mickle Trafford, Barrow and Chester will be turning disaster into triumph in November.
Guilden Sutton Players were busy rehearsing Shakespeare’s ‘The Merry Wives of Windsor’ when director Gail Young fell and ended up requiring an emergency hip replacement operation. With plans in tatters, the Players managed to find a replacement play as well as a replacement director in Anna Morris and co-director, Rob Jones. The result is ‘Shakespeare in Hollywood’, a genuinely funny play, set in 1930’s America, where the making of a film version of ‘A Midsummer Night’s Dream’ is interrupted by the unexpected appearance of the real Oberon and Puck of Shakespeare’s play. The real Oberon and Puck are ushered onto the silver screen to play who else but themselves. Mayhem ensues, with a magical flower causing loopy love triangles between movie moguls, blonde bombshells and arrogant asses! The Wall Street Journal said that the play “will charm your socks off” and NBC called it “fast, funny” and “entertaining”. The play runs from November 19th – 22nd at Guilden Sutton Village Hall. Tickets cost £10 (concessions £8) and are available online at: www.guildensuttonplayers.ticketsource.co.uk or by phoning 0333 666 3366.
Christmas Fair Friday 6th December 6.30 - 8.30 pm Mulled Wine, Hot Dogs and Christmas Turkey Batches. Tombola, Raffle, Craft Stall and lots more! Why not pop down and do some Christmas shopping whilst supporting the school PTA. Everyone welcome
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Hopefully there is room amongst this cleaning frenzy to actually do a bit of constructive stuff. Take stock, as the gardenâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s shape and size is revealed, by clearing up the clutter and pruning the old growth. How about getting a project underway like creating some raised beds? These are becoming increasingly popular, with media exposure extolling the virtues of raising the level of your gardening, as seen in many gardening DIY and makeover programmes. It certainly helps to make weeding and harvesting that much easier if you raise the height of the plants you are growing, especially if you have back problems other physical conditions that limit bending.
However thereâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s a lot more to them than convenience. Raised beds are being used as an integral part of garden design schemes, where they contain veg or flowers and shrubs creating separate growing areas. As shown in the photo at the top of the page, one of our raised bed kits has been incorporated, in the split-level decking next to the Zone shelter. The designer planned this, not just for aesthetic reasons, but to cater for the ericaceous (lime hating) plants he wanted to use in this part of the garden, like the beautiful red Maple (Acer), with the ferns. So raised beds can give you the chance to keep soil types separate. They can also add interesting shape and structure. The other photo bottom left is an impressive example, sent to me by David Padgham for the customer projects section on the website. Rather than using our raised beds kits he has used ungrooved Jakwall timbers in a very clever way, making beds for water features, some are Alpine beds and a nifty bench seat is included too.
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Christleton Victorian Market - 13 December Get in the mood for Christmas !! Christleton village will hold its Victorian market this year with a full agenda of Christmas spirit. The market is held between St James Church and Christleton High School with the road closed to enable a really effective pedestrian area. Bring the children to visit Santa in the grotto, listen to the wonderful voices of the School and Church choirs. Christmas music will be played all evening in the village. Call into Christleton’s pub the Ring O’ Bells for a fine ale or good food a or visit the community institute for a warm welcome and a beer in front of the fire or even a game of snooker. The village hall with have craft demonstrations and the street will have many Christmas stalls and street side food stalls of differing cuisines. All are welcome and entrance is free – those in cars should park at the high school. Come and celebrate with us and start Christmas early !! Volunteers to help out on the day are always welcome and should contact Phil or Sue on phil@synthite. co.uk. If you would like to have a stall at the venue you are more than welcome but book early as space is being taking up fast. To book contact Phil or Sue at phil@synthite.co.uk as soon as possible.
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Night Sky in November 2014 Early risers might catch a glimpse of Mercury low down in the ESE, altitude about 10 degrees 40 minutes before dawn from November 1 to 6. After that Mercury is still quite bright but starts to travel back towards the Sun and will not be visible at month’s end. Venus remains too close to the Sun to be visible this month. Mars is fading but still resembles a bright red star low down in the SW. It sets about two and a half hours after sunset. Jupiter rises around midnight and is visible until dawn. It is in the constellation of Leo and the last quarter moon and will be close by in the early morning sky on 14th and 5th November. Saturn will not be visible this month as it is in line with the Sun. Look out this month for the Great Square of Pegasus (in mythology, the Flying Horse). This constellation dominates the high southern part of the sky during these autumn months. The ‘W’ of Cassiopeia lies almost overhead and an imaginary line passing through the 3rd and 4th stars makes a useful pointer. Now find the upper left star in the Square and move 2 stars along to the left. You should see a short line of two stars above the leftmost star. And there very near that star is the Great Andromeda Galaxy also known as M31. This is the furthest object that can be seen easily with the naked eye (the fainter M33 galaxy is even further away but difficult to see), at around two and a half million light years, or about 15 million million million miles give or take a few miles! The Leonid meteor shower occurs this month from 15 to 20 November. The maximum is on the 18th, and the sky will be free of interfering light from the moon. Every 33 years this shower produces a spectacular number of meteors (thousands!) but this year is not one of them. Nevertheless it is worthwhile looking for these meteors which appear to radiate from the constellation of Leo. Geoff Chamberlain
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Lasting Powers of Attorney: The Power of Positive Planning Lynette Viney-Passig is a Solicitor & Director with Swayne Johnson Solicitors. She is experienced in dealing with matters for Private Clients including, Wills, Powers of Attorney, Estate Administration, Care Home Fees, and Court of Protection Matters. The approach of Christmas usually brings with it hectic times; visiting family and friends, shopping, and preparations at home for the festive period. One generally finds time, amongst an otherwise busy schedule, to fit in all of the planning and preparation that Christmas brings. However, when it comes to planning positively for the future (such as the preparation or review of one’s Will or the preparation of Lasting Powers of Attorney), it is often the case that such activities are ‘put off’ for another day. Lasting Powers of Attorney replaced Enduring Powers of Attorney when they came into force in October 2007. There are two types of Lasting Power of Attorney, one for property and financial affairs and one for health and welfare. You can prepare both types of Lasting Power of Attorney or just one.
and the chosen attorneys are still capable and/or willing to act for you. It is important to note that Enduring Powers of Attorney only cover decisions regarding property and financial affairs. Enduring Powers of Attorney do not cover decisions regarding your health and welfare. The Lasting Power of Attorney for property and financial affairs can be useful, for example, if you need help buying and/or selling property, managing your savings and/or investments, dealing with tax affairs and claiming benefits. The Lasting Power of Attorney for health and welfare authorises your attorney to make decisions about, for example, your diet, dress, daily routine and the medical treatment that you receive.
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WHAT YOU THINK OF THOMAS PROPERTY GROUP We have dealt with Thomas Property Group over several years both for letting and buying/selling and found their service to be of a very high standard. All the staff are friendly and efficient, especially Michael, Rachel and Paul and they always keep you up to date with any new developments. We would never have any hesitation whatsoever in recommending Thomas’ Property Group. THEIR FEES ARE ALSO EXCELLENT COMPARED TO MOST ESTATE AGENTS. Mrs. Whiteside. I had three estate agents value my home. I decided on Thomas as they were the most enthusiastic about the sale of my home. Customer service throughout was exceptional and they went above and beyond to deliver fantastic communication to both myself and the buyer. Selling your home can at times be very stressful however Thomas really did help to relieve any additional stress and were always available, friendly and nothing was ever too much trouble. A huge Thankyou to everyone at Thomas I will definitely be recommending you! Mrs. Cleave What a fantastic company! As first time buyers, we needed our hands held right the way through the process and Thomas Property didn’t disappoint. Michael, our contact was so patient and took our calls no matter what he was doing (Even if it was just a quick bit of jargon busting) When our solicitors weren’t doing their jobs properly, he helped us compose emails with the wording to get them moving. Overall, I cannot recommend them enough. Thanks Guys! Mr. Wood
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Tel: Richard 01244 336821 or 07553 180827 Guy Lane, Waverton
• Kitchens • Bedrooms • Windows • Doors Locks fitted or changed • Porches/Canopies • Fencing CITY OFFICE (Decorative & Panel) 18 Grosvenor St Chester CH1 2DD
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FLOOR SANDING Professional virtually dust free sanding Why not renovate your wood floor by sanding and re-sealing? Local family business Est. 1997
A family run business Est.1997, Living Floors & More offers a one stop shop for wood, laminate & vinyl flooring alongside Plantation Shutters & Blinds. Why not visit our fabulous showroom or contact us to arrange a free home visit? Our friendly and professional staff can help advise you on all aspects of your project from design to installation.
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Christleton Village Fete 2014 The rain tried very hard to dampen our carnival spirit but an amazing day was had by all at our ‘Brazilian’ Village Fete, we even saw some sunshine!! The procession was led by The Wirral Pipe Band and the fete was officially declared open by the lovely Margaret Croston BEM and her husband Alf who went on to choose the fancy dress winners. David Cummings compered throughout the day introducing Terry Large and his brilliant birds, singer ‘Natasha Peto’ and the fabulous ‘Kings of Wervin’. A record number of stalls meant that we were borrowing gazebos left right and centre but it all made for a huge choice of things to do and buy including Bottle Lamps from Lumen8, Balloons, Glitter Tattoos, Handmade Bags, Swanbola, Popcorn, Burgers and Beer!! The fetes crowning glory was the 5 brand new games, designed, made and very generously donated to the fete by the lovely Paula and Sean Hemens of Bedtime Bedz. This donation has helped the Fete tremendously to ensure its survival, without local support, sponsorship and a good voluntary committee, the fete would not happen each year. As some of you will have noticed our well used gazebos are looking a little worse for wear so we are very pleased to announce that Councillors Parker and Parker have kindly donated £2000 for us to put towards the cost of buying some new double gazebos!!!!!! Finally, this year we will be donating £2586.16, to 17 different causes. Please take a look at our website for a full list of donations. www.christletonfete.org.uk Thanks again for all your continued support, The Fete Committee
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100 Boughton, Chester, CH3 5BP Telephone - 0 1 2 4 4 5 6 6 2 8 0 W W W . C O MP U T E R S U P P O R T C H E S T E R . C O . U K
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12 months guarantee on all works patios • guttering driveways • tiling FREE Estimates fencing • wooden flooring Fully Insured landscaping • groundwork Stuart Pickering Limited drainage • general repairs See us on line at block paving and maintenance GUTTERING CLEAN / GARDEN TIDYhttp://www.splandscaping.co.uk FOR WINTER
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Tel: 01244 312572 or 07825226022 email: jbeattiebuilding@btinternet.com The -workout tones the whole body! Telephone: 01244 661438 0785 that 5374032
Ground Works, Mini Digger and Micro Digger and 1 tonne dumper with fully qualified operator Specialist in groundwork • Ideal for small and big gardens • easy access drains • footings • patios • drives Driver fully insured
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Well trained, socialized dogs are a joy to own. (Formerly with Clay Gwyther) of Grosvenor Lofts ) Enhance yourMusicians, bonding and Dance control by attending Classical Bands, “Basic” dog training classes Acts being held in the Multi-cultural We also doarea, sunSaturday/Sunday rooms & extensions Farndon mornings & & Specialist Artistes. Saturday afternoons + Monday evenings. 30 Years Experience Puppy clubs are held over the weekend (Dogs under 6 months) www.jementertainments.co.uk Training at Bellssupplied Garden Centre, Holtsubmitted on Wednesdays Drawings and
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All types tree run, surgery Local,offamily High quality mobile Trimming, shaping, domestic cleaning business. hairdressing service felling dangerous trees etc Twelve years of customer satisfaction. available IWood ncluding cutting, colouring, Whether it’s a chipper one off clean, weekly, fortperms etc. Fencing washing nightly or pressure monthly, you decide. All waste removed HomeLadies, or office, any job and and children size welcome. gentlemen Previously at Essenelle Salon Tel 01948 841435 Contact Lisa: (Browns of Chester) mobile 07732160935 Telephone - 01244 637920 Tel: 0151 339 9448
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GEOFF PARRY PLASTERING CONTRACTOR
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All plumbing and gas work undertaken
All aspects of Internal & External undertaken including: RENDERING, PEBBLE-DASHING, DRY-LINING AND COVING.
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Paul - local plumber Tel: 01829 770 559 Mob. 07969 132887
A. Roberts Tree Services Speedy Ironing Service The Studio Tattenhall Tree Work
Not enough hours in the day? Pilates • Inspections • Pruning • Felling & Reducing Fed up spending your day off ironing? • Reshaping & Thinning • Hedge Maintenance Alexander Technique I will do it for you. 24 Hour Emergency Service Professional, reliable. Tree Removal • Dangerous Nia References available. • Neighbouring Tree & Hedge Issues £12 Classes per 7 hour. and Day Coolingworkshops Off Period Will collect & deliver. • All Work Guaranteed • Fully Insured Contact: JillLicence Call me to discuss.Waste Carrier • Registered
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Polly - The Blogging Boxer ..... Bowls
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ell, not much has been happening in my world. It’ been nice enough to sit outside under my favourite tree as well as on one very cold day, being able to stretch out in front of the fire. For once Sam didn’t try to muscle his way in. I did wonder if he was ok, perhaps not feeling quite right, but when his supper dish was put down, any such concerns I might have had, vanished, along with his food. Talking of dishes - these are very important things to us dogs you know, we’ve been bought brand new ones. Big they are and heavy and deep. Him-indoors doesn’t put any more food in them though, they just stop me and Sam from making a mess on the floor, you know those little bits that splash no matter how slowly you eat. And because they’re so heavy they don’t slide over the tiles like our old ones did. You could get a lot of exercise chasing your dish around! Well, next month I should be able to tell you about Sam and his Ice Bucket Challenge - hehehe! Love Polly, xxx Picture ‘Me pondering my next blog’
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What’s On ... in the local area ... in November MON-SAT TIL 29 NOV
CHARITY CHRISTMAS CARDS FROM CARDS FOR GOOD CAUSES. 10am-4pm at Tarporley Baptist & Methodist Church. Any enquiries, or if you wish to volunteer in the shop please phone Mary Thompson on 01829 733642.
MON-SAT TIL 17 DEC
CHARITY CHRISTMAS CARDS FROM CARDS FOR GOOD CAUSES. 10am-4pm at Wesley Church Centre, St. John’s Street, Chester. Any enquiries, call Mary Thompson on 01829 733642.
SAT 1ST
JUMBLE SALE at Waverton Village Hall. 10.30-12.30. Jumble can be dropped off from 9am in the morning, or contact Kim Crowe on 01244 336763. Proceeds will go towards the development of Waverton play area.
SAT 1ST
RURAL TOURING ARTS: ‘The Tell-Tale Heart’ by Little Earthquake, 7.30pm, Barbour Institute. Modern adaptation of Edgar Allan Poe’s gothic tale of a nurse’s haunting experiences in an empty house after he’s done away with his patient. This gripping story is performed alongside an Effects Artist. Tickets: £10.00 each from Cat Got the Cream Tattenhall, The Studio Worley Court, or email: l.davenport987@btinternet.com
SUN 2ND
FARNDON FARMERS MARkET will be continuing at The Sports & Social Club, Sibbersfield Lane, CH3 6NX. All Local Produce -Fruit, Vegetables, Cheese, Cakes, Pates, Pies, Sausages, Eggs, Sweets, Crafts, Clothes & Jewellery. We are open 9.30 till 12.30 - don’t be late - the best bargains are the earliest to go. Sit for a while and have a Hot Drink and a Cake, they are very popular, and create a real social atmosphere.
SUN 2ND
CRAFT FAYRE at Helsby Sports & Social Club, Chester Rd. 12 noon - 4pm. Tables Available call Sue 01928 723617 or Viv 01925 860455. Refreshments Available. Table and Raffle money donated to Claire House.
TUE 4TH
TATTENHALL WILDLIFE GROUP. 7.30pm at the Barbour Institute. Our guest speaker, Steve Stanaway is an NHS Consultant in Diabetes in North Wales who earlier this year climbed Mount Aconcagua in Argentina, the highest peak on earth outside of the Himalayas being just short of 7000 metres. His “Aim High” charitable campaign raised more than £10,000 for research into and the enhanced care of teenagers and young adults with Type 1 Diabetes. We look forward to hearing the challenges he faced on this epic and worthy journey. Membership subscriptions are now due: full membership £25.00, concessionary £12.50 but visitors are alway welcome at the door for £3.00.
WED 5TH
WAVERTON W.I. 7.30pm at Burley Hall. Entertaining the Mollington Singers. Come and enjoy!
FRI 7TH
CHAIR UPHOLSTERY & CHAIR CANING. Learn how to restore your furniture under the guidance of experienced teachers at Burley Hall, Waverton. Enquiries 01244 335308.
SAT 8TH
CHRISTLETON COUNTRY FARMERS MARkET at the Ring O’Bells 9.30am-1.30pm
SAT 8TH
WAVERTON PRE-SCHOOL TOY FAYRE at Burley Hall Waverton 12pm-2pm £1 adults, children free
SAT 8TH
2ND CHRISTLETON GUIDES - JUMBLE SALE. 2pm at Christleton Scout Hut (on the A41, opposite the Trooper). Admission 50p, Children 10p. Refreshments available.
SAT 8TH
HEARTSTART TRAINING at The Studio, Tattenhall. 2pm-5pm. Donations to the Tattenhall First Responders gratefully received. Ring Jill on 01892 771895 to book.
SAT 8TH
CHESTER LIONS FIREWORk FUN NIGHT at Chester Racecourse. Tickets £5 each. Under 7s free. Pay on the door. Gate open 5pm. Toddlers Fireworks 6.45pm. Main display 7.30pm
SAT 8TH
CHRISTLETON WEDNESDAY GROUP - FUN QUIZ EVENING. At Christleton Parish Hall 7.00 for 7.30pm. Tickets £9.00 include a glass of wine and finger buffet. Tickets from members or call 01244 336644. In aid of Macmillan Nursing.
MON 10TH
CHRISTLETON GARDENING CLUB. 7.30pm at the Methodist Hall. “Autumn Colour” by Ann Harrison - with reference to domestic gardens.
More What’s On ... in November
FRI 14TH
HUxLEY FILM NIGHT 7.30pm Huxley Village Hall “Noah” £5 entrance Wine, tea/coffee , ice cream on sale Information 01829 781294 or 781573
SAT 15TH
HOSPICE OF THE GOOD SHEPHERD - WAVERTON & CHRISTLETON SUPPORT GROUP CHRISTMAS GIFT & CRAFT FAIR. At Waverton Village Hall 10am-4pm. An opportunity to purchase unusual Christmas gifts at over 25 stalls and at the same time support the Hospice.
SUN 16TH
TATTENHALL CREATIVE TExTILES - TaCTile - AUTUMN SHOW. 10am-3pm at the Barbour Institute. Our Friends include glass, willow baskets & jewellery and all the makers will be on hand to discuss their work. Lots to see & lots to buy - all beautiful work & all locally made.
SUN 16TH
MESSY CHURCH at the Parish Hall Christleton. 4.00-6.00pm. 3rd Sunday of every month.
MON 17TH
CHRISTLETON MONTHLY LUNCHEON CLUB. Serving a hot lunch at Christleton Parish Hall. All welcome. To book call Liz (409414), Janet (325529) or Christine (335562).
WED 19TH
CHESTER FLOWER CLUB - 1.00pm at Christleton Parish Hall. Flower Arrangement Demonstration by Carol Weaver (Cheshire). Guests £5. Refreshments included. Car Parking Available, New members welcome. Details 01978 854454.
WED 19TH
Join HOPE HOUSE CHILDREN’S HOSPICES for a FESTIVE EVENING at the Cheshire View, Christleton, in the run up to Christmas, starts at 6.30pm. Tickets £6 per person includes coffee and a mince pie, a Christmas cooking demonstration by Anne Reney-Smith with the chance to then browse various stalls for those Christmas treats. Book your ticket online now at www.hopehouse.org.uk or call the Fundraising Office on 01691 671671
WED 19TH
CHESTER RSPB. Talk - Moments in Nature Ben Hall, one of Britain’s foremost professional wildlife photographers, will be showing some of his favourite photos, telling the stories behind the images. Visitors welcome. £2 for group members, £3 for visitors (refreshments incl). St Mary’s Centre, St Mary’s Hill, Chester CH1 2DW. For info phone 01244 335670
THU 20TH
WEST CHESHIRE RURAL U3A. In the Barbour Institute, Tattenhall commencing with refreshments at 2pm. Linda Davenport will give a talk on “The War Horse Charity” at 2.30pm. Call Hilary Scarratt 01829 770516 or Peter Brunton 01829 741824 for further info.
FRI 21ST
CHAIR UPHOLSTERY & CHAIR CANING. Learn how to restore your furniture under the guidance of experienced teachers at Burley Hall, Waverton. Enquiries 01244 335308.
FRI 21ST
WAVERTON SCHOOL PTA - CHRISTMAS CRAFT FAYRE and shopping event. 6pm-8pm Visit Santa in his grotto and enjoy some mulled wine! Small admission fee on the door.
FRI 21ST
TATTENHALL WILDLIFE GROUP - BIG QUIZ & CURRY NIGHT. 7.30pm in the Barbour Institute. Tickets will be available from Tattenhall Post Office and further information from Andrew Hull 01829 770026, or myself Viv Forshaw 01829 770576
MON 24TH
RURAL CHESTER FLOWER CLUB special OPEN EVENING DEMONSTRATION by Lee Berril (Northampton) entitled “Christmas Delights”. Doors 6.45pm for 7.45pm start, at Christleton High School. Tickets £10 including refreshments. Enquiries 01244 300185.
FRI 28TH
FRIDAY FLICkS: ‘Wadjda’ PG. 8pm (doors 7.30pm) Barbour Institute. £5 entry per person. Biography/Drama/Thriller starrring Tom Hanks. There will be a bar available. We do not have an interval but you are welcome to stay for a drink/chat.
SAT 29TH
ST ANDREW’S NIGHT CEILIDH. 7.30pm at the Barbour Institute, Tattenhall. Live Band, Bar, Whisky Tasting Competition. Tickets £8 available locally or phone Pat Black 01829 770483. Proceeds to the Barbour Institute Cupboard Fund.
St Alban’s Church in Tattenhall continues with its fund raising schedule to raise the large amount of money required to build a much needed toilet in the Church. CONCERT IN ST ALBAN’S ON SUNDAY 7TH DECEMBER STARTING AT 6.00 PM. Tickets available from 20th November from Cat Got the Cream, Tattenhall or by ringing 01829 7703777 and 01829 770482.
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01244 311 119
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convenient offices combining city centre activity with rural accessibility
thomaspropertygroup.co.uk
RURAL OFFICE
20 Eggbridge Lane Waverton CH3 7PE
01244 33 00 33
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